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Guyana

Guyana is a country located in the northeastern corner of South America. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, Brazil to the south and southwest, Venezuela to the west, and Suriname to the east. Guyana is the only English-speaking country in South America. The country's name comes from an Amerindian language and means "land of many waters". Guyana is the size of Idaho and is about the same distance from the equator as Florida. The capital of Guyana is Georgetown. The country has a population of about 758,000 people, most of whom are of African or East Indian descent. The official language is English, but there are also many people who speak Hindi, Urdu, Tamil, Telugu, and Guyanese Creole. The economy of Guyana is largely based on agriculture, with rice, sugarcane, and fruits being the main crops. The country also has significant reserves of bauxite and gold. Tourism is also becoming an increasingly important part of the economy. The climate in Guyana is tropical, with hot, humid weather year-round. The rainy season typically runs from May to November. Guyana is a beautiful country with a rich culture and history. It is a great place to visit if you are looking for an adventure off the beaten path.

Geographic data

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Timezone

Economy

GDP
6.301 billion US dollars
Currency

Date format

Calendar
First workday
Monday
Weekend
Saturday - Sunday

Measurement units

Measurement system
Metric
Length units
Kilometer
Meter
Centimeter
Area units
Square kilometer
Hectare
Square meter
Square centimeter
Speed unit
Kilometer per hour
Temperature unit
Celsius

Population
750.2K
Literacy percentage
91.8%
Official language